2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 339 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB. (452 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 339 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
